Deaf Safari Day Opens Doors At Denver Zoo: 'Gets People Together'
Tyler Odum and members of his Boy Scout Troop 337 spent part of their Sunday morning volunteering at the Denver Zoo.
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Denver Zoo Hosts Deaf Safari Day On May 1
The event is designed especially for deaf, hard of hearing and speech-disabled patrons.
Denver Zoo To Be Closed Tuesday For Emergency Preparedness Drill
The Denver Zoo wants visitors to be aware of a planned drill on April 26.
'Down Under': Denver Zoo Planning New Immersive Experience Celebrating Australian Wildlife
The new exhibit will celebrate the unique wildlife of Australia, New Zealand and the surrounding islands.
Denver Zoo Welcomes Baby Bongo Named Winston
The Denver Zoo announced the birth of an adorable new baby bongo named Winston.
'Heshi,' Beloved Giraffe At Denver Zoo, Passes Away
This weekend Denver Zoo staff and wildlife aficionados mourn the loss of Heshimu, a long-time Denver Zoo reticulated giraffe, 19.
Denver Zoo And Colorado Parks And Wildlife Team Up To Save Endangered Boreal Toads
The Denver Zoo and Colorado Parks and Wildlife are working together to save the endangered boreal toad. A team of experts from the zoo picked up 95 of the toads from the Native Aquatic Species Restoration Facility last month.
Denver Zoo Lights Kick Off Another Holiday Season With Wild Animals
The Denver Zoo Lights were switched on for another holiday season on Monday.
Cindy The Humboldt Penguin Is Growing Up At The Denver Zoo
The Denver zoo is providing an update on a penguin chick who made her debut a couple of months ago. Cindy the Humboldt penguin is growing up.
Tickets For Zoo Lights Now Available
Tickets for a fan-favorite are now on sale. The Denver Zoo wants to invite you to the 31st year of Zoo Lights.
2 Hyenas At Denver Zoo Test Positive For COVID
The hyenas, Ngozi, 22 and Kibo, 23, are believed to be the first hyenas confirmed to have the virus in the world.
11 African Lions Test Positive For COVID At Denver Zoo
Zookeepers in Denver are caring for 11 African lions that have tested positive for COVID.
2 Tigers Test Positive For COVID At Denver Zoo
Despite efforts from staff to prevent any of their animals from getting COVID, two tigers have tested positive at the Denver Zoo.
What Does It Take To Design A Penguin Habitat? Builder Talks About New Denver Zoo Exhibit
The Denver Zoo's African penguins have a brand-new home. The Pinnacol African Penguin Point opened in September, replacing the old exhibit at Bird World. On CBSN Denver, we talked to Vertix Builders, who helped bring this new habitat to life.
Denver Zoo Named No. 1 Zoo In The Nation By Bio Explorer
The Denver Zoo is celebrating some top honors. The zoo was named the number one zoo in the country by Bio Explorer.
Memorial Dedicated At Denver Zoo To Alonzo Ashley Who Died 10 Years Ago After Encounter With Police
A new drinking fountain and misting station near Sheep Mountain at the Denver Zoo is part of a memorial 10 years in the making. On Friday, the zoo unveiled a new area and dedicated it to Alonzo Ashley who died on a hot July day in 2011.
African Penguins Make Themselves At Home In New Exhibit At Denver Zoo
The Denver Zoo is celebrating a new exhibit for its African penguin flock. The new Pinnacol Penguin Point replaces the previous exhibit at Bird World.
Meet The Denver Zoo's Newest Penguin Chick
There's more baby new from the Denver Zoo. Meet Cindy- the newest Humboldt penguin chick.
Denver Zoo To Vaccinate Some Animals With Experimental COVID Vaccine
The Denver Zoo plans to vaccinate some of its residents against COVID-19 within the next few weeks.
Sloth Family Gets New Habitat In Denver Zoo -- Tropical Discovery
Two of the most beloved animals at the Denver Zoo have been in separate enclosures for the last two years, but they are getting to share a home once again.
Grand Opening! Denver Zoo Visitors Will Now Be Able To Peer Inside New Animal Hospital
In the coming days, visitors to the Denver Zoo will be able to see how sick and injured animals are treated.
Watch: Rhino Plays Keyboard At Denver Zoo
The Denver Zoo shared video of Bandhu, the greater one-horned rhino, giving an improv performance on a digital piano to celebrate his 12th birthday.
See Which Colorado Attractions USA Today Picked As Nominees For Its Post-Pandemic List Of Places To Visit
A national newspaper is looking ahead to the time when we will all be able to travel again, but it wants some help in deciding where we should go, and there are plenty of places in Colorado under consideration.
Stingray Cove Set To Open Saturday At Denver Zoo
Visitors at the Denver Zoo will soon be able to touch and feed stingrays.
Video: Lions Play In Snow At Denver Zoo
The Denver Zoo shared video of their lions playing in the deep snow after the weekend blizzard.
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Colorado hosts children who lost fathers in war in Ukraine
A dozen children arrived at Denver International Airport from Ukraine Thursday to spend two weeks in Colorado.
1st witness speaks in trial of former, suspended Aurora police officers
"Stop, stop," were the first words spoken by Aurora police as 23-year-old Elijah McClain approached. Crucial to this case are the body-worn camera videos of the officers.
Keanna Rosenburgh named suspect in Market Street bar shooting in Denver
Keanna Rosenburgh was named the suspect accused of shooting five people near a bar in Denver recently.
Researcher believes this year could be the best to see fall color change
State forest entomologist Dan West might technically be a bug specialist, but he also monitors every inch of the state by helicopter each year to track how things are going (with disturbances, as well as general growth with trees). It's partially why he's the one to ask about our fall colors, and how things are shaping up; this year, it's primed to be the best it has been in years.
Colorado family shares love of "charreria," the official sport of Mexico
The sport dates back to the 16th century, with stylized equestrian teams made up of men and women.
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Colorado hosts children who lost fathers in war in Ukraine
A dozen children arrived at Denver International Airport from Ukraine Thursday to spend two weeks in Colorado.
1st witness speaks in trial of former, suspended Aurora police officers
"Stop, stop," were the first words spoken by Aurora police as 23-year-old Elijah McClain approached. Crucial to this case are the body-worn camera videos of the officers.
Keanna Rosenburgh named suspect in Market Street bar shooting in Denver
Keanna Rosenburgh was named the suspect accused of shooting five people near a bar in Denver recently.
Researcher believes this year could be the best to see fall color change
State forest entomologist Dan West might technically be a bug specialist, but he also monitors every inch of the state by helicopter each year to track how things are going (with disturbances, as well as general growth with trees). It's partially why he's the one to ask about our fall colors, and how things are shaping up; this year, it's primed to be the best it has been in years.
Colorado family shares love of "charreria," the official sport of Mexico
The sport dates back to the 16th century, with stylized equestrian teams made up of men and women.
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Dozens of Ukrainian children arrive in Colorado to spend time with host families
On Thursday, dozens of Ukrainian children arrive in Colorado to spend time with host families for 2 weeks as the war continues in Ukraine against Russia.
Family mourns 2 children dead in Aurora house fire, several others hurt
Two children died in a house fire that started late Wednesday night in Aurora. One was a 2-year-old and one was 9.
Migrants react to Biden's decision to grant work permits to Venezuelans
CBS News Colorado reporter Jasmine Arenas chatted with a Venezuelan migrant who provided his thoughts after the Biden Administration granted legal status and work permits to immigrants.
Flight attendants look to raise awareness of unruly passengers
Flight attendants were outside of Denver International Airport greeting passengers on Thursday as they look to spread awareness of unruly passengers and the consequences they face.
Denver International Airport ax-wielding pilot case settled
A United Airlines pilot caught on tape in a bizarre ax attack on a parking gate has settled his criminal case, agreeing to enter a diversion program lasting 12 months.
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Coach Prime: Walk-on Michael Harrison "didn't flinch" during roster overhaul
Colorado Coach Deion Sanders says he couldn't ignore the hard work and consistency tight end Michael Harrison was putting in. That's why the walk-on was given a chance to shine against CSU, and he embraced it.
Broncos out to fix Jekyll & Hyde offense
The Denver Broncos have failed to follow up strong starts with solid second halves in their two losses to open the season.
Landeskog continues recovery from knee surgery
Colorado Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog sees a much clearer path back to the ice even if he's not expected to play this season. That's how encouraged he is 4 1/2 months removed from cartilage replacement surgery on his right knee.
Shilo Sanders leads Colorado defense into game at Oregon
Safety Shilo Sanders is leading the Colorado defense and may just be leading the ranking among his siblings.
Tom Brady crushes Shedeur Sanders' dream of a Rolls-Royce at CU
Car aside, Tom Brady is a big fan of Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders.
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"The Amazing Race" set to return for milestone 35th season
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its biggest season yet with 90-minute original episodes starting Wednesday, Sept. 27.
Border crossings soar to near-record levels, testing Biden strategy
U.S. border agents apprehended roughly 140,000 migrants along the U.S.-Mexico border during the first 20 days of September, an average of roughly 6,900 each day.
3 crocodiles use snouts to nudge stray dog to safety from river
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Ex-Trump aide Cassidy Hutchinson says Giuliani groped her on Jan. 6
Rudy Giuliani has denied Cassidy Hutchinson's claims.
FEMA funding could halt to places in need as government shutdown looms
FEMA is running short on money and has indefinitely paused its spending and reimbursement on some long-term recovery projects.
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Administrators of Universal Pre-School program on the hot seat
State lawmakers grilled administrators of Colorado's Universal Pre-School program at a hearing at the State capitol.
Border crossings soar to near-record levels, testing Biden strategy
U.S. border agents apprehended roughly 140,000 migrants along the U.S.-Mexico border during the first 20 days of September, an average of roughly 6,900 each day.
Ex-Trump aide Cassidy Hutchinson says Giuliani groped her on Jan. 6
Rudy Giuliani has denied Cassidy Hutchinson's claims.
FEMA funding could halt to places in need as government shutdown looms
FEMA is running short on money and has indefinitely paused its spending and reimbursement on some long-term recovery projects.
U.S. offers thousands of Venezuelan migrants legal status, work permits
The Biden administration will make hundreds of thousands of migrants from Venezuela eligible for work permits and deportation protections under an expansion of the Temporary Protected Status policy.
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Skier Drew Petersen opens up about battling depression
To understand where pro skier Drew Petersen is coming from, you first have to know he's willing to have an hour-long sit-down conversation with a total stranger and open up about the darkest parts of his life, so long as he thinks he can help other people by doing so.
Sufjan Stevens relearning to walk after rare autoimmune disorder
Earlier this month, Sufjan Stevens said he was transferred to acute rehab, where he is undergoing intensive physical therapy after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder.
New Cherry Creek mental health facility preparing for students
First-in-the-nation day treatment program built and operated by a school district.
People with substance use disorders fight to "recover out loud"
New data also shows what helps people enter recovery from drug addiction and substance use disorder.
FDA declines approval bid for Neffy, a needle-free EpiPen alternative
ASR Pharma said it was surprised and "deeply disappointed" by the FDA request for more trial data on its Neffy nasal spray for severe allergic reactions.
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Flight attendants spread awareness about unruly passengers
Flight attendants greeted passengers outside of Denver International Airport. They are working to teach passengers about the rising number of assaults that have been happening on commercial flights.
Legacy program aims to keep longtime Denver businesses open
Denver Economic Development & Opportunity is accepting applications for the city's first-ever Legacy Business program. It's designed to protect and strengthen small, locally owned businesses that've been in Denver for a decade or more.
Portillo's could soon open a restaurant in Colorado
The Chicago chain restaurant Portillo's confirms it is looking to enter Colorado, including the Denver market, for the first time.
Rupert Murdoch stepping down as chairman of News Corp. and Fox
Rupert Murdoch, longtime chairman of News Corp. and Fox, will become its emeritus chairman, the company said in a statement.
How the AI revolution is different: It threatens white-collar workers
Emerging forms of artificial intelligence could displace a range of "knowledge workers," new analysis finds.
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Legacy program aims to keep longtime Denver businesses open
Denver Economic Development & Opportunity is accepting applications for the city's first-ever Legacy Business program. It's designed to protect and strengthen small, locally owned businesses that've been in Denver for a decade or more.
Great Colorado Payback helps you cash in on unclaimed property
On a sunny summer morning, the Colorado Treasury Department was determined to help Coloradans cash in on benefits.
Making Ends Meet: Colorado Pet Pantry helps those in need feed furry friends
Amid soaring need for donations, the nonprofit is now asking for even more help after its box truck containing food was stolen on Friday.
How to navigate interest rates: Colorado financial professional weighs in
Interest rates apply to many aspects of our financial lives. They're tied to things like mortgages, savings accounts, retirement, and others. These rates can be tricky to navigate, however, when they're high like they are currently.
Applying to CSU is now free for potential college students
Executive director of admissions, Heather Daniels, tells CBS News Colorado that she hopes that "ramily" continues to grow, especially with new incentives.